Jesse Michels is an investor, filmmaker, and podcaster best known as the host of the American Alchemy YouTube channel. He formerly worked at Peter Thiel’s family office and is recognized for exploring fringe scientific concepts, UFOs/UAPs, and ancient technologies. [1, 2, 3]

His work generally focuses on “big, weird ideas” that mainstream science often avoids. Key details about his background and career include: [1, 2]

• • Background: He gained traction in the tech and venture capital world by working at Thiel Capital, where he was involved in traditional startup investing and managed discussions with notable thinkers across various fields.
  • American Alchemy: He created this popular show and podcast, where he interviews heretical thinkers, government whistleblowers, and scientists to explore controversial subjects ranging from antigravity and ancient engineering to artificial intelligence and consciousness hacks.

• Public Figure: His growing prominence in the UFO and unexplained phenomena communities has led to high-profile media appearances, including interviews on The Joe Rogan Experience and the Modern Wisdom Podcast. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]